About Dr. Amsu El
I’m Dr. Amsu El. I help people feel better in their bodies, think more clearly, and make changes that last.
My approach is simple and rigorous. I listen deeply, find the real pattern, and act with precision. I build plans case by case using electrical acupuncture, non-invasive bio-electrical therapy, breathwork, herbs, and practical lifestyle design. No templates. Your care is designed for you.

I was shaped by family, community, and wise Jegna's who insisted on integrity and results. Losing my sister young showed me what happens when care chases symptoms instead of terrain. In my clinic we intervene early, before a molehill becomes a mountain, and we pair nature with science so progress is real and measurable.

Sometimes the right move is acupuncture or targeted electrical work. Sometimes it is sunlight, grounding, traget journaling, or speaking the truth your body has been holding. Each tool has a time. The person determines the method.

I am here to reflect who you are, lighten the load you are carrying, and help you align with your internal compass, the most reliable healer you have. If that resonates, we can work.

About SLWC.LIFE | Sustaining Life Wellness Center
What we do
Sustaining Life Wellness Center is an integrative clinic focused on personalized, results-driven care. We blend Asian medicine principles, bio-electrical therapies, breath work, internal exercises, herbal prescriptions, and lifestyle guidance to resolve pain, restore flow, and build sustainable health.
How we work
Assess clearly. We listen, map patterns, and identify root drivers such as stress, sleep, movement, food, and emotional triggers.

Act precisely. We choose specific protocols to get you living well again.

Measure progress. You will know what is changing and why. We adjust quickly as needed.

Sustain gains. We coach daily practices so your results hold, both in and out of the clinic.

Who we serve
High performers who run hot, parents carrying hidden loads, entrepreneurs and creatives, athletes, and seekers who know something deeper is present beyond symptoms alone. If you are ready to participate in your healing, you will do well here.
What to expect in a visit
A focused conversation that connects the dots.

Targeted treatment such as electrical acupuncture, bio-electrical therapy, and breath or nervous-system resets.

Clear next steps, simple practices you can live with.

Follow-up that tracks outcomes and maintains momentum.


Why clients trust us
Consistency. The same attention to detail every time.

Transparency. We explain the reason behind each choice.

Safety. Non-invasive methods, clean protocols, and pacing that matches your body.

Results you can feel. Less pain, better sleep, calmer mind, steadier energy, and changes that last.


Begin
If you are ready for personalized treatment protocol instead of guesswork.
Visit SLWC.Life to book your Initial Consultation.
We will start where you are and build from there.

The methods used at my practice are aimed toward giving the body synergism—not just treating symptoms temporarily or numbing pain with numerous medications. I strive to help the body heal itself from within, by treating the root and not just the branch of a problem. I use a wide variety of modalities that best serve the individual needs of the patient: acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, herbal formulas, Tui Na (Asian Bodywork), and Kinesiotaping. These methods can be integrated with Western approaches as well. Your treatment will be a partnership: discussed, understood, and agreed upon. While a particular procedure may be indicated for specific purposes, I believe the path to health is best navigated complemented by knowledge and awareness of a patient’s needs and goals.
I am a diplomate of the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. I received my Master’s degree from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, one of the most respected acupuncture schools in the United States. My coursework involved 3,000 hours of study in acupuncture, Chinese herbs and herbal formulas, as well as Western medical training, including over 900 hours of supervised clinical training.

Karen is a graduate of the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine in Chicago and received a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. She is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Illinois as well as a National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) certified herbalist. She is also a certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist (ADS) and provides ear acupuncture as a part of a comprehensive model of care to help with addictions, PTSD, and behavioral health. She enjoys working with a variety of conditions such as emotional, stress-based conditions, anxiety, depression, digestive disorders, and women’s health. She believes in building partnerships with clients to promote their better health and optimal well-being through compassionate care to achieve an individual’s balance of mind and body.

Certified by NCCAOM and Licensed by The State of Ohio State Medical Board since 2008.

Mckay Healing Arts is owned and operated by Debra Collins, BS, LMBT, CHt and Leon Mckay LAc MATOM.Mckay Healing Arts is close by on Wrightsville Ave and a world away. Our facility is a sanctuary. With studio and treatment rooms located in a renovated home on a secluded wooded lot with Koi Pond, Waterfalls and Japanese Meditation Garden. We like to describe ourselves as a bridge between Heaven and Earth and East and West as a place for you to begin or to continue your journey.

We offer a truly integrative, holistic approach to health care. Our licensed and certified therapists represent a variety of related disciplines, including Acupuncture, Hypnotherapy, Massage, Cranio-Sacral Therapy, Reiki, Tai Qi, Qi Gong and complete Herbal Pharmacy. Our practitioners acknowledge and assess each individual, wherever he or she are in their process, with the goal of easing pain and restoring well being.